Ask TaxMama Issue 530 - Thankful Muchly

Eva Rosenberg — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 07:29:00 -0800

Dear Family,

Have you ever had one of those weeks when you just couldn’t seem to get into the groove? Yup, it’s been really hard to focus – especially since my head and sinuses have felt as if they were filled up with balloons. You know you should be able to pop them, or depressurize, but nothing seems to work. It took me all week to figure out that I probably have a cold. It’s hard to tell when you’re not really showing signs of fever – just grogginess and the inability to clear your nasal passages so you can breathe. I remember breathing. It felt so natural. Never had to think about it. Now, it’s becoming a taxing experience.

Oh well, lots of hot liquids and sleep should help. Should try not to do the sleeping thing while typing, right? Naturally, this would come now, just as we are about to take a week’s vacation. Lulu and I were talking about this a couple of weeks ago. How busy people never seem to get sick while there’s work to do. It’s so true. I can remember as far back as age 10. I never got sick while I had tons of homework and obligations. But once all the deadlines were met, around the December holidays, that’s when I’d have a cold. My body would store up all the illnesses all year long and just hit me with it for about a week in December. It’s still doing it when the pressure is off. Of course, I keep forgetting it’s coming. Does that happen to you?

Regardless, we’re taking a week off. So you won’t be getting any TaxQuips next week. And probably not even an Ask TaxMama. After all, you’re getting ready for Thanksgiving and don’t want to be following tax issues anyway.

And it is time to be thankful, isn’t it! What’s been great about this year? Well, pretty much everything.

My friends have been terrific to me, showering me with income and great contacts. We’ve been working a little bit more than we wanted to – but this will only last for another year. And it’s worth it.

Reconnecting with friends I haven’t had time to see for ages. That’s been really special. And new additions to the family. That’s always nice. We’ve lost some friends and family members, alas. They were ready to go. Medical science bought them extra time. But, you can’t live forever. They will be missed. A lot.

And my EA Exam students. What a wealth of wonderful people, with interesting backgrounds, issues and perspectives. I love getting to know each and every one of you. And each time you succeed in passing an exam, getting a job, or a new client, or reaching any of your own personal targets, I am thrilled for your successes. You have no idea how exciting that is—it’s like seeing your own children thrive. Each one of you makes me proud.

And confused. We have students in the class from many nationalities, with a variety of language skills and backgrounds. They all get along and treat each other well. See, it’s not that difficult. You find the same sort of experience at universities. People get along. If we can get along on a small scale, why can’t countries? And why is it necessary for …never mind… back to feeling good.

a href=”http://taxquips.com/index.php?id=1413” target=”_blank”>So tell me, what are you thankful for?

Oh yes, another milestone. My friend, Dr. Bryan Knight is Canada’s foremost hypno-psychotherapist. A few years ago, he created some self-hypnosis tools that my EA students use to help increase they confidence and improve their photographic memory skills. The students that tap into those tools love it!

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In IRS News this week you learn that a Military spouse’s income might be tax-exempt, as a result of the Military Spouses Residency Relief Act (PL 111-97)
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This week’s AllVoices column deals with the 32% increase in tuition and fees by the Regents of the University of California. If you want an idea of just how long ago I went to UCLA, read on…
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You will find some interesting questions, including TaxMama’s answers at the TaxQueries site. Discussions range from Game Show winnings to when to report 1099 income if you didn’t get the money until the following year – and more.
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In this week’s AccountingWeb.com blog – TaxMama tells you about IRS Notice 2009-93 – that will let you send out the payee copy of the Information Returns this year, using a truncated taxpayer identification number. In fact, you have time to comment on IRS’ new procedure. So read the blog post for more information.
AccountingWeb.com Blog

In today’s Money Funny we address the Important Questions in life.
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In TaxQuips this week we learn what you can deduct when you have to spend a fortune to repair your vandalized property; How to prove absolutely nothing; whether an auto service bay/garage will qualify for the first time homebuyers credit; and how to be creative about your flexible spending account.
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You are what makes all this fun – and interesting!

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Have a lovely Thanksgiving week!

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12.15.2009 Employers Make monthly Payroll tax deposit
12.15.2009 Corporations – 4th Quarter Estimate Due
12.31.2009 Last Day to Open KEOGH account for 2009 deposits
01.15.2010 4th Estimated Payment for 2009 Due
01.15.2010 Employers Make monthly Payroll tax deposit
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Ask TaxMama :: Where taxes are fun and answers are free
www.TaxQuips.com :: The number ONE free tax podcast online
Money Funnies :: The Important Questions in Life
IRS News :: Military Spouses Residency Relief Act
TaxMama's AllVoices Column :: UC tuition spike - ouch!
TaxMama's AccountingWeb.com Blog :: IRS Notice 2009-93 - Truncated taxpayer ID Numbers
TaxMama at TaxQueries.com :: Lots of answers - and a question
Dr. Bryan Knight's Special Self-Hypnosis ebook :: Money Fears - Lose them NOW!

Ask TaxMama Issue 530 - Thankful Muchly (Comment #1)

mary — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 10:23:21 -0800

Thankful for:
Family/Health/Home

Ask TaxMama Issue 530 - Thankful Muchly (Comment #2)

Rich — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 20:54:51 -0800

Happy Thanksgiving Everyone.
I am thankful that Our Lord blessed me with some wonderful caring friends, a wonderful, loving wife and family. You see Eva, I have Muscular Dystrophy and have been home-bound and bed-bound for the past 30 months. When I was diagnosed in 1970 the Doctors told me I would probably make it till I was around 50. Well, this year I turned 65 and with the companionship of my caring wife and my former Hospice health care giver who was an Army Ranger Medic of ten years I really enjoy each and everyday Our Good Lord blesses me with.
I am truly Blessed.
I wish you all a Very Happy,Blessed and Peaceful Thanksgiving.

Sincerely,

Rich

Ask TaxMama Issue 530 - Thankful Muchly (Comment #3)

Debra James — Sun, 22 Nov 2009 05:44:13 -0800

Dear Eva:

I am thankful for all of the opportunities that I have been given throughout my life! I have come to realize that opportunities present themselves in a variety of ways. Sometimes we choose wisely, sometimes not, but the end result is always a learning experience, and I know that I have grown from every experience, both personally and professionally! I am also thankful for the wealth I have in my friends, family, clients, and fellow professionals. I emphasize the fellow professionals, since, in essence, we are competitors, yet we have managed to work together, to help each other in the pursuit of knowledge, and growth of our businesses. (This includes you Eva, of course!!!) When I am feeling low, all I have to do is remember things like this, and my spirits are lifted, and I am able to press on. Thank God for giving me the ability to see the good in people, and to always find a positive thought to replace a negative! We all have that ability if we choose to use it, and I wish you all the ability to see the opportunities that await you! Have a blessed holiday season now and every day of your lives!

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